Entura Podcasts

How would you describe an engineer? For Tim Griggs, our Principal Civil Engineer, he describes his role in our latest podcast episode as a facilitator, problem solver and storyteller.  Starting his career in Hobart, Tim was inspired by a childhood friend's father and has since travelled all around the world, from Malaysia to Uganda, working on critical power and water infrastructure.  In this...

How has the renewable energy landscape changed over the past 20 years?  In this episode of Behind the Scenes, we speak with Silke Schwartz, Entura’s Director – Power, one of the pioneers of renewable energy in Australia, to discuss this question and many others.  Passing her two-decade milestone at Entura over the next few days, Silke’s journey with Entura is a testament to the deep expertise and...

From a school exchange program in Tasmania to leading a team of specialists facilitating the energy transition, Hendryk Klempke’s career path has been anything but ordinary. In this episode of Behind the Scenes, we explore how Hendryk’s love for Tasmania eventually led him to join Hydro Tasmania as a vacation student, following a brief stint as an assistant teacher.  Tune in to hear how Hendryk ba...

How much water is just enough? Water can be dangerous, whether there is too much or too little. In this episode of Behind the Scenes, we get an insider's view of all things water from one of Australia’s leading experts, Dr Colin Terry, Entura’s Senior Principal - Water (Hydrology and Hydraulics). As well as discussing his career journey and how his love for water and the natural environment h...

From installing a wind turbine on the roof of the University of Newcastle to working on aircraft engine aerodynamics in the United States, Andrew’s career journey has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, we explore how a lecture in the United States prompted Andrew to make a decision that would change his career journey forever, leading him to pursue a career in renewable energy and positi...

Join Specialist Hydropower Engineer, Pradipta Swain, and Technical Director Power, Donald Vaughan, as they discuss Entura's work as Lender's Engineer on the recently completed Kuther hydropower project in Himachal Pradesh, India.  From landslides to 6-hour taxi rides to visit the site, no two days working on this project have been the same.  Working with the lender on this project since...

From chasing his dream of becoming a soccer star to leading teams on major renewable energy projects, Rajeev’s journey has taken him across the Middle East, America, and now to Entura’s India office. As Team Manager and resident director, Rajeev is passionate about building a supportive team culture, driving collaboration across borders, and contributing towards India’s transition from coal power...

After travelling from Pakistan to participate in a training course run by Entura’s training arm (ECEWI), Faisal gained more than just valuable renewable energy insights. After returning home, Faisal knew there was something different about Entura. He felt it was a place where he could grow both personally and professionally, while contributing to the global renewable energy transition. Listen to t...

From hydrology and hydraulics to dam engineering, Sammy Gibbs has carved out a unique role that spans traditionally separate teams; thanks to the flexibility Entura is proud to support. In this episode, we explore how Sammy has followed her passions, worked across a range of diverse projects and collaborated with a broad range of stakeholders; making no two days the same.  Check out this latest ep...

From her beginnings as the only woman in our India office to a team leader and passionate advocate of flexible working, Sunita's career at Entura has been full of new challenges and opportunities.  The life of a draftsperson at Entura working across all disciplines, offices and geographies where there is never a dull moment. Check out our latest episode to learn more about Sunita. Connect wit...

In the last of our special series filmed at the Engineers Australia (Tas) Awards, Dale Bryce talks with Flavio Campos, Senior Principal Hydropower at Entura.  Flavio talk about his career, taking him from Brazil to Asia, Canada and now Australia, and how he has seen the industry grow and develop. Connect with us on our website: www.entura.com.au or Facebook and LinkedIn  

How lucky is Dale that he gets to play with some of the smartest people he knows across 13 areas of practice in renewables and storage... who wouldn't want to do that? Dale Bryce Director Hydropower and Headworks, talks about his passion, values and optimism for an industry that is making a difference in the world.  It sure beats making weapons of mass destruction! Connect with us on our webs...

Recorded at the 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards in Hobart, Senior Engineer, Renewables Energy, Brendon Bateman talks to us about his career path and the difference renewables energy is making in the lives and communities in which he works.  And the lifelong friends he's made along the way. Connect with us on our website: www.entura.com.au or Facebook and LinkedIn  

This special episode was recorded at the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart on the night of the 2024 Engineers Australia Excellence Awards. Renewables Engineer Kate Hammerton was nominated for Emerging Engineer of the Year.  Her podcast was recorded before the awards, so there is a great update at the end.  When you tune in, you'll quickly understand why she was a very deserved winner. Connect...

What do classical music and electrical engineering have in common? Quite a lot, as Entura's Principal Control Engineer, Hybrid Energy, Greg Koppens, will tell you.  A man of many hats — from parenting to power lifting — he joined the business in 2018 as a Team Leader, following years of work in the petrochemical industry.  Renewables is where he's found his greatest fulfilment, and has s...

In our latest episode of Behind the Scenes, we sit down with Dr Cynthia Nixon, Principal Environmental Consultant at Entura.  Cynthia has had a colourful and dynamic career, spanning environmental engineering, environmental law, journalism, and areas of social and cultural research. Amongst it all, she's also a mother, and Cynthia shares with us how she's achieved the balance between pur...

Welcome to 'Behind the Scenes,' the podcast where we delve into the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of the brilliant minds at Entura – one of the world’s most experienced power and water consulting firms. In this episode, we introduce you to Jamie Cowan, Senior Dams Engineer at Entura.  Jamie has a long history working in the dams and water engineering space, which has seen him relo...

Welcome to 'Behind the Scenes,' the podcast where we delve into the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of the brilliant minds at Entura – one of the world’s most experienced power and water consulting firms. This episode of Entura's Behind the Scenes introduces you to Kali Liaka, one of our Senior Engineers from the Grid Connection & Power Studies Team.  Originally from Greece...

Welcome to 'Behind the Scenes,' the podcast where we delve into the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of the brilliant minds at Entura – one of the world’s most experienced power and water consulting firms. In our latest episode of Entura's Behind the Scenes, you'll meet Mohammad Al-Abbadi, one of Entura's Senior Project Managers. In the podcast, Mohammad shares how ren...

Welcome to 'Behind the Scenes,' the podcast where we delve into the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of the brilliant minds at Entura – one of the world’s most experienced power and water consulting firms. In our latest episode of Entura's Behind the Scenes, you'll hear from Gaby Tregurtha, our amazing Primary & Transmission Engineer.  Tasmanian-born and raised, Gaby sh...

In our latest episode of Entura's Behind the Scenes, you'll hear from Dave Gerke, our amazing Principal Civil Engineer.  With over 30 years experience, Dave shares his career journey and insights along the way. Connect with us on our website: www.entura.com.au or Facebook and LinkedIn  

Welcome to 'Behind the Scenes,' the podcast where we delve into the diverse perspectives and backgrounds of the brilliant minds at Entura – one of the world’s most experienced power and water consulting firms. In this episode you'll meet Sally - Senior Civil Engineer at Entura .  Discover her journey to becoming a civil engineer, uncover the intricacies of her role, and explore what...